Ugandan golfer Rugumayo has won the Johnnie Walker Uganda Golf Open at Uganda Golf Club, becoming the first Ugandan to claim the title since 2014, according to The Independent Uganda. His victory, described as a putting masterclass, ended a long winless streak for home players. The report notes the win came as the Toro Kingdom mourns the passing of its king, adding emotional weight to the triumph by the 'son of Toro' in Kampala.

Ronald Rugumayo, known as Mayo, won the Johnnie Walker Uganda Open at Uganda Golf Club, ending the country's twelve-year wait for the title and sparking wild celebrations among fans, according to Matooke Republic. The victory party continued into the night, with the fairways transformed into a dancefloor as Ugandan singer Joshua Baraka performed at the Johnnie Walker Afro Exchange Open finale.

Njoroge Kibugu from Muthaiga secured a statement victory at the fourth leg of the PGK Equator Tour, finishing with an impressive four-round total of 269, which is 15-under-par, according to Capital FM Sports.

The Uganda International Fashion Week returned on September 5, 2026, with a grand finale gala at Kampala Serena Hotel, six years after its last edition. According to Matooke Republic, the event brought together local and international designers, fashion enthusiasts, creatives and industry players from Uganda, East Africa and beyond, who took to the runway under the event's theme.

The group stage draw for the 2026 Inter Islamic Secondary Schools Association of Uganda (ISSAU) Games took place on June 24th at TopTimes High School in Kyengera. The draw was presided over by Hamidu Ddumba, the head teacher of TopTimes High School and Chairperson of the ISSAU Sports Committee.

Young Africans are two games away from clinching the 2025/26 NBC Tanzania Premier League title after a decisive 3-0 victory against Azam FC. The match featured goals from Ibrahim Hamad Bacca, Depú, and Pacome Zouzoua. Uganda Cranes midfielder Allan Okello was substituted during the game, according to Swift Sports.